Can HST Measure the Mass of the Isolated Neutron Star RX J185635-3754 ?

Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astrophysics

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In June 2003 the isolated neutron star RX J185635-3754 will pass within 0.3''
of a 26.5 mag star, changing its position by about 0.6 mas. The displacement,
caused by gravitational lensing, will be proportional to the neutron star mass.
The total event duration will be approximately 1 year.

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